Management Accountant - (Operational Controller)
Salary - Competitive + Benefits
PTSG has been keeping people and buildings safe since 2007, with over 2,400 employees across 47 operational bases in the UK. Backed by private equity, with owners still heavily involved, the company maintains an entrepreneurial spirit that enables rapid response to client and legislative needs.
Values and culture are central to our operations. Through strategic investments and acquisitions, PTSG continues to grow, improve, and innovate within the construction and Facilities Management industry.
The Management Accountant / Operational Controller is responsible for the accurate and timely accounting of operational transactions across several Testing businesses within PTSG. This key finance role will be part of the Group Finance team, working closely with senior operational staff and reporting to the Senior Operational Controller – Testing.
The primary focus of this role is to ensure accurate reporting of revenue, accrued income, materials, inventory, and related direct costs, to accurately record Gross Margin in accordance with relevant accounting standards. Some of our businesses also undertake remedial work and smaller projects, so a basic understanding of Project Accounting is advantageous. Detailed financial analysis and profitability reports for each business will also be required.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Periodic accounting: Ensure income and costs are recognized according to accounting standards, with correct handling of accrued/deferred income and costs.
2. Management Accounts: Support accurate reporting in management accounts, including analysis and commentary on financial results each period.
3. Business Partnering: Collaborate with operational teams to ensure accurate business reporting and effective operational/cost control, including financial reporting to operational teams.
4. Revenue Recognition: Confirm that all revenue recognized complies with relevant standards and policies.
5. Materials and Costs: Ensure materials are booked accurately and timely, with costs allocated to specific projects for effective cost control.
6. Balance Sheet: Prepare relevant balance sheets, including reconciliations and supporting documentation, ensuring timely clearance of reconciling items.
7. External Audit: Support external audits by providing robust reconciliations and documentation, especially concerning revenue, accrued/deferred income and costs, stock counts, and relevant accruals.
8. Projects: Participate in or lead finance projects such as strategic planning, acquisitions, system implementations, etc.
Person Profile (Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience):
* Good knowledge of accounting principles and their application
* Project/construction accounting experience is beneficial
* Strong business partnering skills with the ability to engage and challenge operational staff
* Credibility and ability to build effective relationships quickly
* Analytical, accurate, and detail-oriented
* Pragmatic and adaptable approach
* Self-motivated and autonomous worker
* Excellent time management and prioritization skills
* Proficient in IT, especially Sage Accounting and advanced Excel skills
* Experience linking operational and financial systems for accurate reporting
What You Get:
* Generous holiday entitlement (25 days + Bank holidays)
* Personal development and career progression opportunities
* Vivup Discounts (gym memberships, holidays, insurance, mobile contracts, shopping, electrical goods, and more)
Equal Opportunities: We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and welcome applications regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy, race, religion, or belief, marriage, and civil partnerships.
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